Library

The library is open to the general public, who may use the library's consultation services, the databases and the collection without charge beyond the Museum entrance charge. We recommend becoming a Museum member.

The Library staff assists readers in searches and holds trainings for groups of students and individuals, on prior arrangement.
There are seven online computer stations as well as a VCR for watching cassettes.

In addition, the library offers copying and scanning services at a charge (see below).

The library combines several classification systems for the readers' convenience:

In the Israeli art section general books and catalogues are shelved together; all shelf numbers begin with the letter I.
Books and catalogues on specific Israeli artists are alphabetically organized by artist's surname.

Books in the section including non-Israeli artists are also organized alphabetically, by surname in Latin characters.

In a further section, on various art topics in various eras, books are classified according to the Dewey Decimal System.

Essays published in journals in Hebrew and other languages are searchable using the library computers. Search is made using computerized databases with links to the journals; in some cases printing out the essays is possible.

The library is known for its extensive collection of journals from early 20th century onwards. Not all journals are listed on the online catalogue; please telephone or email to find out, especially for older journals.

The library subscribes to major journals on art, including design and architecture. The online catalogue can be searched for journals by journal title.

Does the library hold catalogues of exhibitions from other museums in Israel and abroad?

The library has catalogue-exchange agreement with museums in Israel and overseas. We hold all art catalogues published in Israel, as well as many overseas catalogues. Catalogues of contemporary exhibitions around the world can be found in the library; we receive some of these publications, and purchase others.